Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/08/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Ortho Trauma position on a Level 1 trauma unit working 12-hour night shifts with a NE or compact license required.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Work in a 55-bed acute care hospital unit specializing in Med Surg, Orthopedics, and Trauma
- Patient population includes post-op joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbations, prostatectomy, cellulitis, sepsis, ortho trauma, GI bleeds, pneumonia, and failure to thrive
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:5-6
- Mechanical lifts are available in every other room
- Use of EPIC EMR system
- Required to titrate drips including Heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine
- Every other weekend shifts required
- 12-hour night shifts (1830-0700)
- Floating required to other medical surgical areas or to units with Med Surg patients awaiting beds
- Tele/Monitor techs available to interpret strips; RNs should have tele awareness
- Block scheduling is limited and travelers will be scheduled by staff
- Responsible for managing multiple admissions and discharges per shift
- Emphasis on hourly rounding and patient responsiveness
- Charge nurse present on every shift and nurse aides available with 1:10-20 ratio
- RNs required to wear navy blue scrubs
- Unit serves culturally diverse populations including Spanish, Karen, and Burmese patients
- Holiday coverage required for 2-3 holidays between Thanksgiving and New Year's
- Orientation consists of 2 days, including a pass/fail skills exam
- Maximum of 7 days RTO (request for time off) allowed during 13-week contracts and must be requested up front
- Past employees (full time, part time, or PRN) of CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year are ineligible
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active NE or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted
- Current BLS (AHA) certification required
- Minimum 2 years recent Med Surg experience required
- Driver's license required for verification of 50-mile residency radius
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility and may not be current employees of any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity-affiliated facility
- References required: one supervisor within last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
- Must pass an open book, skills-based orientation exam with a minimum score of 90%
- Artificial nails are prohibited for infection control
\n Benefits\n
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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American Traveler Job ID #P-634089. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Orthopedics
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.